FIU Golden Panthers vs Bakersfield Roadrunners NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/23/24

Betting on today’s Golden Panthers and Roadrunners game? Catch the action at Alico Arena in Fort Myers, FL, as the Roadrunners hosts this showdown at 11:00 ET on ESPN+. In this non-conference matchup, FIU is favored by -1 against Bakersfield. The over/under for the game is 147.5 points.

FIU GOLDEN PANTHERS VS BAKERSFIELD ROADRUNNERS BETTING PICK

The Pick: Bakersfield Roadrunners +1

This game will be played at Alico Arena at 11:00 ET on Saturday, November 23rd.

WHY BET THE BAKERSFIELD ROADRUNNERS:

• We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-72 in favor of the Roadrunners.
• Not only will Bakersfield pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.
• The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.

Will the Golden Panthers Find a Way to Win on the Road?

FIU’s season hit a bump on Monday, November 18th, with a 75-70 loss to Howard. The Golden Panthers, who were -4 favorites going into the game, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.

After a 35-35 tie at halftime, FIU was outscored 40-35 in the second half. The game’s total points of 145 fell short of the 156 O/U line.

FIU’s offense managed 70 points in their last game, shooting 40.6% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 5 of 29 attempts for a 17.2% rate, while connecting on 60% of their two-point shots.

Cameron Shockley-Okeke was a standout, scoring 21 points in 23 minutes, hitting 5 of 6 threes and shooting 87.5% overall. Anwar Gill contributed 6 assists, and the team finished with 15 assists and 10 offensive rebounds.

FIU’s defense gave up 75 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 44% from the field. They allowed 19 two-point baskets on 39 attempts, a 48% success rate.

From beyond the arc, FIU’s opponents hit 8 of 22 threes, shooting 36%. They also sent them to the line 17 times, where they made 13 free throws, a 76% clip. FIU gave up 13 offensive rebounds.

Will Bakersfield Secure A Victory as Home Underdogs?

Bakersfield Roadrunners Recent Game/Games

The Roadrunners picked up a 74-56 win over Fresno State on Saturday, November 16th. Bakersfield, who were -1 favorites, covered the spread in this one.

After leading 38-33 at halftime, the Roadrunners tightened up defensively, allowing just 23 points in the 2nd half while scoring 36 of their own. The game’s total points (130) fell under the O/U line of 150.

The Roadrunners put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 46.2% from the field and 37.5% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 50.8%, and they struggled at the free-throw line, hitting just 50% of their attempts.

Corey Stephenson led the way with 17 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 53.8% from the field. Jemel Jones added 13 points in just 12 minutes, despite missing all 4 of his three-point attempts.

Despite giving up 56 points, Bakersfield allowed their opponent to shoot 46% from the field on 30 of 65 attempts. The Roadrunners’ defense struggled to contain two-point shots, with their opponent hitting 49% from inside the arc, going 24 for 49.

From three-point range, Bakersfield’s defense allowed 6 made threes on 16 attempts, a 37% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 20 times, where they converted 10 free throws, shooting 50%. The Roadrunners gave up 19 offensive rebounds in the game.